Monday, August 24, 2015

A Special Love Story

Over the last few
months, one of our stars has been quietly completing a truly remarkable
achievement. Rochelle Moore is about to complete her 4th century
ride to raise money for MPN research. If you are not a cyclist, a century is a
100 mile bike ride that is completed in one day. It is a very grueling event.
Doing four century rides in four months is a very difficult feat.

Rochelle started in
June with a 103mile ride called the
Pumpkinvine Bike Ride. On July 11th Rochelle completed the RAIN
Ride. That’s a 163 mile Ride Across Indiana. On September
13th, Rochelle will complete a ride called Bike Michiana, which
takes place by the Michigan and Indiana state borders. She will finish her
challenge with the Apple Cider Century on September 27th.

What is so
remarkable about this? Rochelle is not a professional cyclist. She will even
tell you she is not an endurance athlete. But, she is very motivated. You see,
she is a part of a bittersweet love story.

Rochelle’s parents have been married for 52 years and are true soulmates.
They have loved each other through great joys and deep sorrows. Rochelle’s
mom was diagnosed with Myelofibrosis. Her
dad retired as a Hospice Chaplain to spend more time with her. Unfortunately,
he has been diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease). They are now both on home
hospice. Rochelle moved
in their home over 7 months ago to help care for them and have the privilege of
witnessing their incredibly sweet love daily.

Rochelle is not alone. Her daughter, Beth, watches out for Rochelle (and her
grandparents) and they are biking together. Money raised from the 4 rides
will benefit MPN
Research Foundation.
Their goal is to raise $10 per mile for a total of $4K for the
Foundation.

Check Rochelle’s Firstgiving page for updates on her progress and donate
while you’re visiting.